New York: at least 10 reportedly killed in Buffalo supermarket shooting

Multiple people were shot and killed Saturday afternoon at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, authorities said, adding that the alleged shooter was in custody.

At least 10 have were killed in the shooting at the Tops Friendly Market, according to the the Associated Press, citing law enforcement officials.

Buffalo police said earlier Saturday afternoon that the alleged shooter was also in custody.

The two officials were not permitted to speak publicly on the matter and did so on the condition of anonymity.

The supermarket is in a predominately Black neighborhood, about 3 miles (5km) north of downtown Buffalo. The surrounding area is primarily residential, with a Family Dollar store and fire station near the market.

Police closed off the block, lined by spectators, and yellow police taped surrounded the full parking lot. Mayor Byron Brown was at the scene late Saturday afternoon and expected to address the media.